Air Force helicopter pilots embrace cutting-edge augmented reality training

Published on January 17, 2024



 

The second episode of Weapons and Warfare explores how the U.S. Air Force is leveraging augmented reality (AR) to redefine the training experience for aspiring helicopter pilots. The system, modeled after the TH-1H Huey helicopter, combines virtual and mixed-reality environments, allowing airmen to engage in hands-on training by manipulating switches and gauges.

This AR training, which has been in use for a few years, offers numerous benefits, according to experts.

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